Available to filmmakers worldwide, this program funds independent documentary films with grants for development, production, and post-production, focusing on diverse voices and innovative storytelling.
Film Grants - 2025
Up to $100,000
A funding opportunity for filmmakers working on feature-length documentaries in post-production, offering financial support and industry resources to help bring projects to completion.
$50,000
Available to filmmakers in the United States, this $200,000 cash award supports late-stage documentary films with a runtime of 50 minutes or more.
$200,000
Funding and support for environmental documentary films and docuseries worldwide.
$25,000
This public media grant funds film and television projects that amplify Native American and Alaska Native stories for public television and digital platforms.
up to $150,000
This program provides financial support to Canadian-controlled production companies for feature films in production or post-production stages.
10 - 49% of Total Budget
The program is open supports filmmakers from around the world to develop socially impactful feature films.
Up to $25,000
A six-day program for emerging filmmakers, TV creators, and industry professionals. Includes workshops, mentorship, networking, and creative exchange at the highest level.
Education
The Media Projects program supports the development, production, and distribution documentary film that engage general audiences with humanities ideas in creative and appealing ways.
up to $1,000,000
This grant supports filmmakers in producing and distributing feature films and documentaries that highlight cultural diversity and compelling storytelling. It focuses on filmmakers from regions with limited film infrastructure, providing funding for authentic and impactful projects.
Funding and Distribution in Germany